Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary is eight hours behind Helsinki and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to YYC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HEL and YYC:
Keflavik International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Currently, £232 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £512. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HEL to YYC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport make it to their destination on time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 12 miles from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HEL:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Calgary International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
The street address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Calgary in February.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you want to go to Calgary during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to YYC in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 170 miles north of Calgary, a visit to Edmonton will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 250 miles west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
